2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2001 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
